Introduction to Computer Operating Systems

1. Understand the core concepts of computer operating systems.
2. Identify and apply new technologies in operating systems.
3. Differentiate between application and system software.
4. Implement strategies for preventing computer viruses.
5. Apply micro and mini computers in library and information work.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of networking concepts and operating systems.

13 weeks, about 120 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Computer Operating System In Libraries

   • Unit 1: Definition of Concepts in Computer Operating System In Libraries · 8 hours

     Read the introduction to understand the purpose of computer operating systems.. Define the meaning, concept, and objectives of a computer operating system.. Highlight the features associated with computer operating systems.. Explain the history and types of computer operating systems.. Explain the meaning and history of the Unix operating system.. Highlight the features, components, and basic operations of the Unix Operating System..

2. Week 2Module 1: Computer Operating System In Libraries

   • Unit 2: Function, Processes, Techniques, Components and Policy of Computer Operating System · 8 hours

     Understand the functionality and capability that surrounds computer operating systems.. Study the processes involved in using and applying computer operating systems.. Recall and discuss the components of computer operating systems.. Understand the policy that guides the purchase, use, and maintenance of computer operating systems..

3. Week 3Module 1: Computer Operating System In Libraries

   • Unit 3: Benefits, Barriers, Principles and Practices of Computer Operating System · 8 hours

     Understand the benefits associated with the use of computer operating systems.. Identify barriers and ways to overcome them in the technological world.. Gain knowledge of the principles surrounding computer operating system use.. Engage in practices of computer operating systems to master their use..

4. Week 4Module 2: New Technologies in Computer Operating System

   • Unit 1: Definition, Objectives, Features, and Types of New Technologies in Computer Operating System · 8 hours

     Define new technologies in computer operating systems.. Familiarize with the objectives of new technologies.. Learn the features of new technologies.. Acquaint with the types of new technologies..

5. Week 5Module 2: New Technologies in Computer Operating System

   • Unit 2: Functions, Processes, Techniques, Benefits and Challenges of New Technologies in Computer Operating System · 8 hours

     Identify and discuss the functions of new technologies.. Study the processes involved in new technologies.. Master the techniques required for new technologies.. Appreciate the benefits of new technologies.. Proffer solutions to the challenges of new technologies..

6. Week 6Module 2: New Technologies in Computer Operating System

   • Unit 3: Applications of the New Technologies in Computer Operating System · 8 hours

     Define the concept of application of new technologies.. Understand how new technologies assist students in their academic pursuits..

7. Week 7Module 3: Application and System Software

   • Unit 1: Definition, Objectives, Features and Types of Application and System Software · 8 hours

     Understand the definition of application and system software.. Define the objectives of application and system software.. Elucidate the features of application and system software.. Evaluate the types of application and system software..

8. Week 8Module 3: Application and System Software

   • Unit 2: Functions, Benefits and Challenges of Using Application and System Software · 8 hours

     Identify the main functions of Application Software.. Discover the main functions of System Software.. Enumerate the benefits of using Application and System Software.. Describe the challenges of using Application and System Software.. Identify the differences between Application and System software..

   • Unit 3: Uses, Implication and Distinction between Application and System Software · 8 hours

     Study the uses of application and system software.. Understand the implications of application and system software.. Distinguish between application and system software..

9. Week 9Module 4: Knowledge, Skills and Virus in Computer Operating System in Libraries

   • Unit 1: Overview, Concept, and Purpose of Knowledge and Skills in Operating Computer System · 8 hours

     Understand the concept of knowledge.. Understand the concept of skills.. Understand the theories and dimensions of knowledge.. Identify the skills required for a computer operator..

10. Week 10Module 4: Knowledge, Skills and Virus in Computer Operating System in Libraries

    • Unit 2: Types of Knowledge, Skills, and Reason for the Knowledge and Skills in Operating Computer System · 8 hours

      Understand the types of knowledge.. Understand the types of skills.. Understand the reason for knowledge and skills in operating computer systems..

11. Week 11Module 4: Knowledge, Skills and Virus in Computer Operating System in Libraries

    • Unit 3: Overview, Types and Features of Networks required in Computer Operating System; Virus and their types and How to Restrain Virus in Computer Operating System · 8 hours

      Understand the concept of computer networks and network operating systems.. Understand different types of network operating systems.. Identify features of network operating systems..

12. Week 12Module 4: Knowledge, Skills and Virus in Computer Operating System in Libraries

    • Unit 4: Overview of The Application of Mini and Micro Computers in Library and Information Profession · 8 hours

      Understand the concept of computer virus.. Identify the different types of viruses.. Understand how to prevent a virus from attacking the operating system..

13. Week 13Module 5: Micro and Mini Computers in Library And Information Work

    • Unit 1: Overview, Definition, Objectives, Features, History and Types of Micro and Mini Computers in Library and Information Work · 8 hours

      Understand the meaning of mini and micro computers.. Identify the difference between mini and micro computers.. Understand the application of mini and micro computers in library and information profession..

    • Unit 2: Functions, Processes, Techniques, Components, Benefits, and Challenges of Micro and Mini Computers · 8 hours

      Understand the functions of micro and mini computers.. Understand the processes of micro and mini computers.. Understand the techniques of micro and mini computers.. Understand the components of micro and mini computers.. Understand the benefits of micro and mini computers.. Understand the challenges of micro and mini computers..